Who can apply to Climate Playwriting Prize?

Open to playwrights, plays should be written predominantly in English

What does Climate Playwriting Prize offer?

£15,000 cash prize, dramaturgical support, industry exposure

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 1 September 2026.

Prize

Climate Playwriting Prize

The Globe Theatre

Deadline: Sep 1
Award: £15,000 cash prize, dramaturgical support, industry exposure
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to playwrights, plays should be written predominantly in English

Discipline

WritingTheatre

About

The Climate Playwriting Prize, offered by The Globe Theatre, invites playwrights to respond creatively to environmental change. The initiative partners with organizations across the country to deliver workshops to writers, helping them explore how to tell their climate stories. The prize includes a £15,000 cash award, dramaturgical support, and industry exposure for the selected play.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to Climate Playwriting Prize?: Open to playwrights, plays should be written predominantly in English
What does Climate Playwriting Prize offer?: £15,000 cash prize, dramaturgical support, industry exposure
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 1 September 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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